The Government of Ghana has announced a continuation of its intervention at the fuel pumps, adjusting its temporary relief measures aimed at cushioning consumers against rising petroleum prices.
This follows a Cabinet meeting chaired by President John Dramani Mahama, which reviewed developments on the international oil market and the impact of global price volatility on domestic fuel costs.
According to a statement from the Ministry of Energy and Green Transition, the government had earlier introduced a one-month relief package beginning April 16, 2026, under which it absorbed GH¢2.00 per litre on diesel and GH¢0.36 per litre on petrol. The initial intervention ended on May 15, 2026.
With the latest review, the government has now revised its support for diesel, announcing an absorption of GH¢1.07 per litre effective May 16, 2026.
The Ministry explained that the adjustment is intended to maintain some level of protection for consumers while ensuring the sustainable distribution of petroleum products nationwide amid ongoing global price pressures driven largely by geopolitical tensions.
The new measure is expected to run for two pricing windows, subject to further review based on market conditions.
The intervention comes as fuel consumers and industry players continue to call for an extension of relief measures, citing persistent high international crude prices and their impact on transportation and the general cost of living.
The Chamber of Petroleum Consumers has previously urged the government to extend the support, warning that any withdrawal could trigger increases in transport fares and inflationary pressures across the economy.
The government says it will continue to monitor global market trends and adjust its policy response accordingly to balance fiscal sustainability with consumer protection.
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